Commenting on the AIIMS, Modi said, “Tourists come here from far off places. If they get access to AIIMS and get treated well, they will want to come here frequently.”

“Opening of AIIMS in Himachal Pradesh, especially in this region of the state, has a lot of benefits for people. This AIIMS has not only come as a lifeline for the people of Himachal but also as a boost to the tourism sector here,” he added.

The PM said the hospital would also bring job opportunities and said, “We're making a campus where over 3000 people will work together. This will also bring employment opportunities.”

PM Modi also commented on the IIIT-Una, saying, “IIIT is not just a college but it is the beginning of a new era.”

The PM said the Central government is investing huge sums in the state for development.

“There are 13 development projects in Himachal Pradesh for which Central government will invest Rs 15,000 crore.”

He also spoke about the One Rank, One Pension (OROP) scheme, and added, “For over 40 years, OROP was pending. Now, we have disbursed 3 out of 4 installments that have helped our ex-servicemen.”